She took it almost passively.

She is the strangest girl, but after last night I look upon her as a sacred charge--Robert's last wish." "It will be best for you to take charge of her, I think," said Austin absently.

"I expect she is provided for in Robert's will.

I found that in the old clock case last night, and I've handed it to the local lawyer who drew it up.

But this is beside the point, Constance.